Checked on tires after watching program on tv. Noticed front tires were on recall & needed to be replaced. Contacted firestone retailer & placed on waiting list. Front tires were cracked in the tread. Have been hearing thumping noises for 3 weeks. Firestone, wilderness at, p235/75r15 with 10,000 miles.
1998 Ford Explorer tires complaints
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Consumer noticed hairline cracks along the sidewall about 1 inch from the tread of two tires and one tire has cracks around the circumference of the tire, the tires were not included in recall and consumer request reimbursement of replaced tires (firestone wilderness at tires p235/75r15). Nlm
Consumer replaced tires prior to recall noitice 00t-005 and request reimbursement. Nlm
All 4 tires developed hairline cracks along the tread, consumer replaced the tires and request reimbursement, consumer believes the recall should be expanded (firestone wilderness at p235/75r15 serial dot w2hl). Nlm
Pe00-020; tire size p23575r15 dot vnhl1py507 ,original equipment on ford, explorer, 1998 with 40,000 miles. A continuous crack about 3 quarters of inch down from top offirestone wildernes at tires to tread line, going all around the tires. All 4 tires have visible cracks.*ak
Firestone wilderness at tires experienced 2 blowouts, the consumer was informed by a firestone representative that he would receive a recall letter because the tires are included in recall 00t005, however the consumer has not yet received this letter and is requesting reimbursement.
Firestone wilderness at tires (p235 75 r15) experienced tread separation, the tires were not included in the recall, however the consumer is requesting reimbursement for replacing the tires.
The recall (00t-005) applied to the consumers tires, however consumer could not obtain recall replacement tires for several months, the consumer replaced tires from other source and requests reimbursement (attorney for consumer).
Consumer had recalled (00t005) firestone wilderness at tires replaced with dunlop, however after the replacement tires were on the vehicle it vibrated and shook badly, after the tires have been balanced 4 times, the vibration and shaking still exists, this problem could be a suspension or tire problem.
These tires are not part of the recall however I have seen many many complaints about this tire size on the internet. Additionally my tires have cracks along the sidewall where it meets the tread. The ford dealer has acknowledged this as a problem and has my name on a "list" for when firestone decided to recall these tires. In the mean time how safe am I ....what does one do when no one want's to take responsablity ? Help (tiresize: 25570r16)( dot number: tire size: 25570r16 )
My tires were replaced on 7/27/00; just prior to the firestone recall, therefore, they are not available for inspection. My spare is still with the vehicle, however, and it does not bear the vd mark. My tires were replaced due to tread separation and steel showing as evidenced by my inspection as well as the inspection of the technician servicing my car. I would like to receive full reimbursement for the tires purchased as well as have my spare replaced with the same type of goodyear tire. (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
When the firestone tire recall was first announced, I checked the tires on my 1998 ford explorer. The dot numbers and size were not among those listed in the recall, the tires seemed to be in good condition so I wasn't overly concerned. I have always maintained my vehicles meticulously, including the tires.air pressure is checked weekly and kept at 30 psi as instructed in the owners manual, and rotated at every other oil change (6000 mi ).while washing the vehicle several weeks ago, I noticed a slight hairline crack on the sidewall about 3/4 of an inch down from the tread area. This crack did not go completely around the tire at this time and was evident on only two tires. I have kept a close eye on them ever since. This past weekend I noticed it on all four tires, nearly completely around on two of them. This crack looks like the early stages of tread separation,and has our family afraid to drive our explorer any further than around town at city speeds. I believe that all wilderness at tires should be included in the recall, especially if they have visible defects. Thank you (tiresize: p255r70-16)( dot number: tire size: p255r70-16 )
Vehicle was parked when cracks were noticed near the tread & sidewalls on all four tires. Contacted ford & firestone & both indicated not recall & nothing will be done to replaced the tires. Original equipment on vehicle. Fire stone wilderness at p235/75r15 dot code vnhl.
Driving 35mph & heard on news about firestone tires. Pulled over & checked tires. Noticed tires had cracks/splits around the tires near the tread which was meeting the sidewall. Took vehicle to firestone retailer & informed it was bad but not on recall & was not replacing. The right front tire looked the same as the right front. Firestone wilderness p235/75r15 with 24,000 miles.
The firestone wilderness at tires began deteriorating and one was showing signs of tread separation of the tread belt, consumer replaced all four tires and request reimbursement. Nlm
Upon inspection the dealer noted that the firestone tires had numerous cracks and one of the tires was pulling apart, tires are not included in recall 00t-005, consumer request reimbursement (p255/70r16 109s m/s). Nlm
Upon inspection consumer noticed that their firestone atx wilderness tires were cracking around the edge (p255/70r16 1095 m/s). Nlm
One firestone tire peeled off (laminated) while driving, tire is not covered under recall 00t-005. Nlm
I have had my tires inspected to see if they were the recalled ones and was informed that they are not but all 4 tires are cracked in the same place as the ones being recalled. I am afraid they will peel off and I am not willing to drive this vehicle any distance. I am asking you to include these tires in the saftey recall or at least get me new tires at no cost. Why are these any different from the recalled ones and they have failed also. (dot number: vn tiresize: p235/75r15)
While traveling without any indication tire had a blowout. *ak the vehicle's tie rod bent as the result of the vehicle colliding with the crub when the tire blew out . Firestone refused to reimburse the customer for replacemnet tires purchased.
Firestone wilderness at tires (p235 75 r15) experience vibration and caused vehicle to pull to the right, tires have been rotated and aligned, consumer is requesting that tires be replaced.
Pe00 020; consumer was traveling about 50mph on highway and heard a noise. He was able to pull to the shoulders. Right rear tire tread separated, and there were no injuries. Bridgestone/firestone wilderness,#atx p23575r15, dot vnhl.
No summary (tiresize: p235/75r15)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r15 )
Consumer took vehicle to firestone dealer to have the firestone wilderness at (p235/75r15) tires inspected but was refused service. Nlm
Consumer vehicle failed inspection because of shredding/balding firestone tires, consumer believes the tires were defective and had all four tires replaced, consumer believes tires should be covered under recall and request reimburesment. Nlm
Took vehicle to tire retailer to check tires & owner noticed cracks in tread & pointed it out to mechanic. Mechanic checked the other tires & the spare. Would replace the spare tire due to the nature of the cracks in it. Was not replacing the other tires. Firestone p255/70r16 dot code vn with 37,000 miles on it.
These wilderness at tires, though not made at the decatur plant, have developed significant cracks on both sides at the base of the tread. I am certain that, if driven at freeway speeds, this tread will separate. People at two tire dealers agree but say they can do nothing since the tire is not recalled. I urge you to take a closer look at wilderness at tires manufactured at all plants. Decatur is not the only problem plant. Thank you.*ak (dot number: w..... Tiresize: p235/75r15)
Thread separation on all four tires. These 16" tires are at the dealership now. Moon twp. Ford immediately replaced these tires when I took it in this afternoon. Something has to be done to recall the 16" tires as well. This is the state of pennsylvania it is not considered a hot state. Another gentleman had the same problem with his ford explorer and his 16 year old daughter was driving. She did lose a tire on the highway in our area just 5 weeks ago and it was also the same tire I am advising you about. Please do something before more people lose their live. This country is almost in a panic about these tires. I was only one person who drives 62 miles one way to work every day on these tires. *ak (tiresize: p235/75r16)( dot number: tire size: p235/75r16 )
Firestone wilderness at tires p235 75 r15 experienced tread separation.
Original tire on a 1998 ford, explorer, firestone wilderness (p255 70 r16). While traveling at 55 MPH right rear tire delaminated, consumer was able to keep control of vehicle.*ak
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